Plan A: Eiheiji & Yokokan – Zen Spirit & Historical Gardens
Finding stillness: A path from the historic Zen monastery to the elegant reflections of a Lord’s villa.
| 09:30 | Meet at Fukui Station Guide briefing and introduction |
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| 10:00 | Yokokan Garden & Fukui Castle Site Experience the “Aesthetics of Subtraction” at the former Lord’s villa (Walking) |
| 11:50 | Express Bus Travel Direct “Eiheiji Liner” bus to the temple town |
| 12:30 | Lunch Taste Zen culinary culture: Soba and Goma-dofu (Self-pay) |
| 13:40 | Eiheiji Temple Visit Deep guided tour of the temple complex and Zen philosophy |
| 15:30 | Take the bus from Eiheiji Return to Fukui Station. Guided boarding support. |
| 16:10 | Farewell at Fukui Station |
Plan B: Katsuyama – Dinosaurs & Giant Buddha Escort Tour
Efficiently visit the expansive highlights of Katsuyama using local trains and taxis.
| 09:00 | Meet at Echizen Railway Fukui Station Guide assists with purchasing the optimal train tickets |
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| 09:25 | Local Train Journey Enjoy rural landscapes and Kuzuryu River views with commentary |
| 10:30 | Arrive at Katsuyama Station Transfer to the museum by bus |
| 10:50 | Fukui Prefectural Dinosaur Museum Explore one of the world’s top dinosaur museums |
| 13:00 | Lunch around the Museum |
| 14:00 | Taxi Transfer Call a taxi after lunch to the next destination |
| 14:15 | Choice of Sacred Site Echizen Daibutsu or Heisenji Hakusan Shrine (Massive Buddha or mystical moss forest) |
| 15:20 | Return to Katsuyama Station By taxi or bus |
| 17:00 | End of Tour at Fukui Station |
Plan C: Echizen Washi – Traditional Paper Village (Short Course)
An intensive course focusing on the heart of Japanese craftsmanship (approx. 4h).
| 09:30 | Meet at Echizen-Takefu Station (Shinkansen Station) |
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| 09:40 | Taxi Transfer (approx. 10 min) Heading to “Echizen Washi Village” |
| 10:00 | Explore Echizen Washi Village Paper-making experience and visit a washi studio |
| Note | (Optional) Takefu Knife Village Workshop tour can be added (becomes a full-day tour if added) |
| 12:30 | Taxi Transfer Return to the station |
| 13:00 | Farewell at Echizen-Takefu Station |
Plan D: Tsuruga – Gateway to the Sea, History & Seafood Tour
Explore the “Port of Humanity” stories and the rich bounty of the Sea of Japan.
| 10:00 | Meet at Tsuruga Station |
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| 10:20 | Bus Travel (approx. 10 min) |
| 10:30 | Port of Humanity Tsuruga Museum Historical guided tour |
| 11:30 | Red Brick Warehouse & Kanegasaki Area Leisurely walking in a retro port atmosphere |
| 12:30 | Lunch At a local fish market or restaurant (Self-pay) |
| 13:40 | Kehi Jingu Shrine Visit the grand guardian shrine of the region |
| 15:00 | Farewell at Tsuruga Station |
Plan E: Night Fukui – Castle Site Walk & Sake Experience
A refined walking tour through the quiet castle ruins and premium local sake.
| 18:30 | Meet at Fukui Station (Dinosaur Plaza) |
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| 18:45 | Night Walking around Fukui Castle Site Explore the stone walls and moats under the stars |
| 19:00 | Dinner & Sake Experience Savor local flavors at an Izakaya (Self-pay) |
| 21:00 | Farewell at your Hotel or Fukui Station |
General Information
- Guide Fee: Up to 4 hours: 20,000 JPY / Up to 8 hours: 30,000 JPY
- Included: Professional guiding and interpretation services only.
- Not Included: Transportation, meals, and entrance fees.
- Booking: Please contact us via the inquiry form.
Important Notice regarding Transportation:
As our association is not a travel agency, we do not directly sell or arrange transportation (taxis/buses). If such arrangements are required, we will coordinate with a licensed travel agent.
As our association is not a travel agency, we do not directly sell or arrange transportation (taxis/buses). If such arrangements are required, we will coordinate with a licensed travel agent.